How can Catholics begin studying apologetics and get better at debating Protestants? In this episode of Catholic Answers Live, Catholic Answers apologists offer practical advice for learning Scripture, Church history, and core Catholic doctrines in a charitable and effective way. The discussion also addresses whether a pope at Vatican I really said “I am tradition,” whether watching Mass online fulfills a Catholic’s obligation after COVID-era habits, and why some Protestants strongly oppose devotion to the Blessed Virgin Mary. The episode concludes with a look at whether any of the apostles were married or had families before following Jesus. A helpful conversation on apologetics, Church teaching, and Christian history.
Questions Covered:
- 15:16 – How do I begin studying to get good at debating protestants?
- 23:43 – Did the pope at Vatican 1 actually say “I am tradition”?
- 29:19 – Since COVID-19, my wife has been watching the Mass every Saturday. Is that okay?
- 40:26 – Why are some Protestants opposed to the Blessed Mother?
- 47:07 – Were any of the 12 apostles married or have children that they had to leave in order to follow Jesus?
